Bidspirit auction | Rolex GMT Master A Rare

Rolex GMT Master A Rare and Highly Collectible Dual Time Wristwatch with ”Tropical” Dial and Bakelit - C.1958AA gentleman's fine and extremely rare, historically significant stainless steel automatic dual time wristwatch, this Rolex GMT-Master (reference 6542, circa 1958) is a superb example of early Rolex engineering and design. It features the highly sought-after original blue and red ”Pepsi” Bakelite bezel, known for its fragility and rarity, which predates the later metal inserts. The timepiece is distinguished further by its black tritium service dial, installed during a routine maintenance appointment likely in the mid-1960s. This replacement dial has matured over decades into a rich, even chocolate ”tropical” brown hue, a characteristic highly prized by discerning collectors of vintage pieces. Originally commissioned by Pan Am for its transatlantic pilots, this reference, produced for only a brief period from 1955 to 1959, is a highly collectible piece. This model carries the famous ”Pussy Galore” nickname, after the character in the James Bond film Goldfinger who wore an identical model.Stainless SteelSize: 38mm x 48mm;Private London CollectorThis item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.